Senior Associate, Global Commercial Analyst

As a Senior Analyst on the Global Commercial Growth team, you will play a key role in supporting WPP Media's global new business pipeline and strategic growth opportunities. This role focuses on providing analytical and commercial support for multi-million-dollar new business pitches and account expansions for some of the world's most recognizable brands. This exciting role offers hands-on experience in financial modeling, data analysis, reporting, and cross functional project coordination within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. By collaborating closely with experienced commercial managers and directors, you will gain a deep understanding of global media operations and help shape WPP Media's expansion. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, advanced Excel skills, excellent communication, and exceptional attention to detail who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and coordination of commercial proposals for global new business pitches; Gather market data, consolidate inputs, and support fee pricing and remuneration structure analysis; Understand client RFPs and develop detailed market requests; Collect, cleanse, analyze, and present complex commercial data for new business pitches; Develop and maintain financial models for prospective client remuneration, profitability analysis, and scenario planning; Ensure timely completion of all commercial reporting and data consolidation required for new business proposals and growth project updates; Build and maintain relationships with global market teams to collect, consolidate, and analyze key financial and commercial data for growth initiatives; Develop a strong understanding of prospective client contract terms, including remuneration models, performance related fees, billing terms

Requirements

Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail; Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, financial modelling, and data manipulation); Comfortable using AI tools for data modelling and scenario analysis; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Proactive, eager to learn, and highly motivated with a problem-solving mindset; Strong teamwork and collaboration skills; Solid understanding of core financial concepts; Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; A bachelor's degree and/or equivalent practical experience in data analysis, finance, accounting, or a related field; At least 2 - 4 years of experience in an analytical, commercial, or client finance role, preferably within the advertising industry; Knowledgeable in AI tools (e.g. Claude, Copilot); Demonstrated experience in data analysis and financial modelling

Nice to have

Exposure to working with multiple international markets

Benefits

Competitive benefits package